31 Flashcards
(26 cards)
feckless
lacking initiative or strength of character; irresponsible.
banal
so lacking in originality as to be obvious and boring.
invidious
(of a comparison or distinction) unfairly discriminating; unjust.
incorrigible
(of a person or their tendencies) not able to be corrected, improved, or reformed.
sordid
involving ignoble actions and motives; arousing moral distaste and contempt.
avaricious
having or showing an extreme greed for wealth or material gain.
intimate
closely acquainted; familiar, close.
admonitory
giving or conveying a warning or reprimand.
simulacrum
an image or representation of someone or something.
stultify
cause to lose enthusiasm and initiative, especially as a result of a tedious or restrictive routine.
redoubtable
(of a person) formidable, especially as an opponent.
beatific
blissfully (extremely happy, joy) happy.
entrenched
(of an attitude, habit, or belief) firmly established and difficult or unlikely to change; ingrained.
appurtenant
belonging; pertinent.
obsequious
obedient or attentive to an excessive or servile degree.
antithetical
directly opposed or contrasted; mutually incompatible.
polemic
a strong verbal or written attack on someone or something.
underwrite
sign and accept liability under (an insurance policy), thus guaranteeing payment in case loss or damage occurs.
remonstrate
make a forcefully reproachful protest.
precocious
(of a child) having developed certain abilities or proclivities at an earlier age than usual.
fleece
obtain a great deal of money from (someone), typically by overcharging or swindling them.
cavalier
showing a lack of proper concern
prodigious
remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree.
delineate
describe or portray (something) precisely.
